Flying from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) leaving from here.
Around 10 hours is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight.
Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Montreal. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo, which runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services every week. Travel from YUL to GRU on Air Canada's 9:25pm departure.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Montreal to GRU. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Reach your destination without the detour from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Direct flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) are available from here.
Air Canada is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport jetting out of YUL.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Air Canada from YUL to GRU.
With 74.51% of its services arriving as scheduled, Air Canada is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Traveling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
Of the departures from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
You can get to YHU from central Montreal in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 23 kilometers or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Montreal Metropolitan Airport the day before your Montreal to GRU flight:
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometers from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is $256. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $444. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Montreal to GRU.
August is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
January is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Plan your visit to Sao Paulo in September for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Montreal to GRU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Sao Paulo when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Ibirapuera Park followed by Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 290 kilometers northwest to Ribeirao Preto to check off its top attractions. From Japanese Garden to Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 145 kilometers northwest of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
